A Comprehensive Guide to Sunglasses Lens Colors
Different colored lenses in sunglasses offer wearers distinct visual effects and functionalities. When procuring or customizing sunglasses, B2B partners-such as eyewear distributors, wholesalers, brands, retailers, online store owners, supermarkets, gift companies, and startups-can select lens colors based on the functional requirements and preferences of their end consumers.
Before manufacturing begins, Bemore Optics engages in in-depth consultations with our clients to thoroughly understand their needs. This allows us to provide expert advice on both frame customization and lens color selection, ensuring the final product aligns perfectly with your market demands.
As market needs diversify, the range of available lens colors continues to expand. During the customization process, Bemore Optics provides physical samples of numerous lens colors. This enables you to make informed decisions and visualize the final product more effectively for your customers.
Here are some common sunglass lens color categories and their characteristics:
1. Gray Lenses
Gray lenses absorb all wavelengths of light evenly, providing excellent protection by blocking 100% of UVA and UVB rays and absorbing most visible light. They significantly reduce overall light intensity without distorting colors, offering true color perception and natural vision. Gray is a neutral color.
These lenses are versatile and suitable for various weather conditions, including bright sun and overcast days. They are among the most popular lens colors. Ideal for activities like running, cycling, driving, and daily use, gray lenses ensure comfortable vision and reliable eye protection.
2. Brown Lenses
Brown lenses filter out a substantial amount of blue light, enhancing visual contrast and sharpness. This makes them particularly suitable for hazy or overcast conditions and areas with significant air pollution. While reducing brightness, they minimize color distortion and can reduce blue light glare, resulting in a clearer view.
Excellent for bright environments, brown lenses effectively cut reflected glare from smooth surfaces like water or roads. They allow wearers to discern fine details more easily, offering superior vision and UV protection. They are an ideal choice for drivers.
3. Green Lenses
Similar to gray lenses, green lenses offer 100% UVA and UVB protection. They allow a higher amount of green light to reach the eye while absorbing other wavelengths, providing a cool, comfortable feel and helping to reduce eye fatigue-especially beneficial for those prone to eye strain.
Compared to gray lenses, green lenses generally have a slightly lower visible light transmission and may offer less clarity in certain conditions. They are suitable for bright environments but are not typically recommended for driving.
4. Blue-Gray / Gray-Gradient Lenses
Functionally similar to standard gray lenses as a neutral option, these lenses often have a darker tint and a higher visible light absorption rate.
5. Coated / Mirrored Lenses
Coated or mirrored lenses are a major fashion trend. The coating color can be customized according to client specifications, offering a wide, vibrant array of stylish options. The most common types are TAC (Triacetate Cellulose) and PC (Polycarbonate) coated lenses.
Taking TAC coated lenses as an example: they typically use a gray TAC polarized lens as the base. A multi-layer coating (often comprising 7 layers) is then applied to the surface and hardened, creating a mirror-like reflective effect and adding color. These lenses meet the demand for style while effectively reducing glare and eliminating harsh reflected and scattered light. They protect eyes from UV rays while providing a softer, clearer visual field. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts in high-glare environments like beaches or open water.
6. Yellow Lenses
Strictly speaking, yellow lenses are not traditional sunglasses as they attenuate very little visible light. However, they absorb a significant portion of blue light, making scenes appear sharper and enhancing contrast in low-light conditions like fog or dusk. This is why they are often called "night-driving" or "shooting" glasses.
While some wear yellow-lensed glasses as a fashion statement, we do not recommend them for daytime driving as they can distort the perception of traffic signals.
7. Light Pink, Light Blue, and Similar Lenses
These lenses can provide UV protection. However, due to their light tint, they offer minimal sun protection and glare reduction. Their primary function is often fashion and accessory coordination, rather than practical sun protection.
Beyond these common colors, Bemore Optics also offers customization in orange, purple, red, gradient colors, and more.
Another way to categorize lenses is by their tint density, often classified into categories based on their Visible Light Transmission (VLT).
When selecting lens colors for your sunglass line, it's crucial to understand market demand, trending styles, and consumer preferences. Combining this knowledge with your own brand positioning allows you to customize the perfect lens colors, enhancing your product range and ultimately driving business growth.
Why Partner with Bemore Optics?
At Bemore Optics, we specialize in custom OEM services tailored to elevate your brand. We empower our B2B clients-from large distributors and established brands to ambitious startups-to personalize eyewear with their own logos and identity, significantly boosting brand visibility.
Expert OEM & Design Services: Our professional design team collaborates with you to develop products based on your specific requirements and the latest market trends.
Large-Scale Production Capacity: Our modern factory, spanning over 6,000 square meters and manned by 200+ experienced workers, ensures a robust monthly production capacity of 15,000 pieces.
Efficient & Reliable Logistics: We pride ourselves on fast shipping. Stock orders are dispatched within 7 days, and custom branded eyewear orders are delivered within 15 days.
Let Bemore Optics be your trusted partner in creating a successful and distinctive eyewear collection.
